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Old 04-14-2009, 12:25 PM   #183 (permalink)
Deezler
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Bio Deezler (sold) - '03 Volkswagen Jetta GLS TDI
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Originally Posted by Clev View Post
The TGA project car uses a recent TDi engine. If it achieves its goals in a 1,900 pound Rabbit, VW (and presumably others) should also be able to achieve it in a safer 2,200 pound Polo-sized car, perhaps at 8 or 9 seconds to 60 (still very good for the size/price class.)
I refer you to VWs new Golf GTD. 44.4 mpg and 0-60 in 8.1 sec, fully emissions compliant. This is one clean burning sports car. I want.

New Volkswagen Golf GTD
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